Privacy Policy
DailyVichar
This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how ARTHAIQ ("DailyVichar", "we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, stores, processes, and discloses personal data of users who access or interact with the DailyVichar platform, including our website and mobile application ("Platform").
This Policy is issued in compliance with:
- The Information Technology Act, 2000
- The Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011
- Applicable provisions of Indian data protection laws
By using our Platform, you consent to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Policy.
1. Information We Collect
DailyVichar does not intentionally collect sensitive personal data such as financial passwords, health records, biometric identifiers, or Aadhaar numbers. We collect limited personal data necessary to provide our services.
1.1 Information You Provide
- Mobile number (required for OTP authentication)
- Email address (optional)
- Name (if provided)
- Profile information (if applicable)
- Content voluntarily submitted by users (quotes, text, images, media)
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you use our Platform, we may automatically collect:
- Device type, browser type, operating system
- IP address and general location data
- App usage logs and interaction analytics
- Crash reports and diagnostics data
- Session timestamps and login metadata
1.3 Payment Information
All payment transactions are processed by third-party payment gateways (such as Razorpay, PhonePe, Paytm, or similar providers).
DailyVichar does not store:
- Debit/Credit card numbers
- CVV
- UPI PIN
- Net banking passwords
Payment data is governed by the respective payment provider’s privacy policy.
2. Purpose of Collection
We collect and process data for the following purposes:
- Account login and OTP authentication
- Service delivery, including quote generation and subscription access
- Personalization of content and user experience
- Fraud detection and account security
- Technical troubleshooting and performance monitoring
- Customer support and grievance resolution
- Regulatory compliance and audit requirements
We do not sell user data to third parties.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
- Consent: When you register and provide your mobile number or email
- Contractual necessity: To provide subscribed services
- Legitimate interest: For platform security, analytics, and abuse prevention
- Legal obligation: When required by law enforcement or regulatory authorities
4. Disclosure of Information
We may disclose your information:
- To third-party service providers (hosting, cloud storage, payment gateways, analytics providers) under confidentiality obligations
- To government authorities, regulators, or law enforcement agencies upon lawful request
- To successors in the event of merger, acquisition, or restructuring
- To protect the rights, safety, and security of DailyVichar, its users, or the public
We ensure that third-party processors follow reasonable security practices.
5. Data Storage and Security
We implement reasonable security measures including:
- Encrypted databases and secure cloud infrastructure
- HTTPS-secured APIs and encrypted data transmission
- Role-based internal access controls
- Audit logging and monitoring mechanisms
- Periodic security assessments and vulnerability testing
Despite our safeguards, no system is 100% secure. Users are advised not to share OTPs or login credentials with anyone.
6. Data Retention and Deletion
Retention
User data is retained:
- During the period of active account usage
- Up to 90 days after account deletion
- Longer if required under Indian tax, cybercrime, or legal regulations
Deletion Requests
Users may request deletion of their personal data by emailing:
support@dailyvichar.in
Requests will be processed within 15 working days, subject to legal and regulatory obligations.
7. User Rights
Subject to applicable Indian laws, you may:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate or outdated information
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Object to or restrict processing
- Request deletion (subject to legal exemptions)
To exercise these rights, contact:
support@dailyvichar.in
You may be required to provide identity verification before processing such requests.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
If you access DailyVichar via browser:
- We use cookies to improve user experience
- Cookies may store session identifiers and login tokens
- Analytics tools may track traffic and usage patterns
You may disable cookies in your browser settings. However, certain features of the Platform may not function properly without them.
9. Children’s Privacy
DailyVichar is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information.
10. Updates to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated via:
- In-app notifications
- Email communication
Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
11. Grievance Redressal
In compliance with applicable Indian laws:
Grievance Officer
ARTHAIQ
190 Pragati Nagar
Indore, Madhya Pradesh – 452012
Email: support@dailyvichar.in
Grievances will be acknowledged within 24 hours and resolved within 15 days, wherever possible.
For detailed procedures, refer to our Grievance Redressal Policy.